Natural Sciences (Biology) - BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In London
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
London
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Duration
3 Years
This course will develop your technical and transferable skills across a range of subjects within the natural sciences.
On completion of this degree you'll be fully prepared to pursue postgraduate study or work in several areas of the chemical, biological or pharmaceutical industries. Practicals and projects are conducted in one of the largest and most advanced science teaching facilities in Europe, with access to 280 workstations and specialist laboratory equipment. Our Learning Centre has many areas for group or independent study with Wi-Fi and computer facilities.
Membership of the Life Sciences Society also gives you the opportunity to attend several social and professional events. This welcoming society helps you to build employability skills suitable for careers within life sciences.
Your first year will cover the fundamentals of physical, chemical and biological sciences, both theoretically and practically in the laboratory.
As the course progresses, you’ll have the chance to explore the practical and technical aspects of the natural sciences at a more in-depth level as well as having the opportunity to specialise in areas that interest you such as bioinformatics, medical genetics, toxicology or bioanalytical science.
In your final year, you’ll undertake a year-long research project on a topic of your choosing within the natural sciences. You’ll also have the option to undertake an on-the-job placement as part of your degree, giving you valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the industry.
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About this course
Our Natural Sciences (Biology) degree will equip you with a broad knowledge of science subjects, reflecting the increasingly multidisciplinary nature of scientific research and enterprise. The flexible structure of the Natural Sciences (Biology) BSc allows you to tailor the degree towards your personal interests, whilst providing the core laboratory, IT and performance skills you'll need to succeed in your career.
A minimum of grades BCC from three A levels including grades CC or above in Biology and another Science (or a minimum of 104 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification eg BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Progression Diploma or Access to HE Diploma of 60 credits)
English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
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Subjects
- Toxicology
- Biology
- Project
- Bioinformatics
- Molecular Biology
- Cell
- General Chemistry
- Laboratory science
- Analytical Science
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Chemistry
- Physical
Course programme
- Biochemistry (core, 15 credits)
- Cell and Molecular Biology (core, 30 credits)
- Concepts in Chemistry (core, 30 credits)
- General Chemistry (core, 15 credits)
- Laboratory Science (core, 30 credits)
- Analytical Science (core, 30 credits)
- Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits)
- Inorganic Chemistry (alternative core, 30 credits)
- Physical Chemistry (alternative core, 30 credits)
- Human Immunity (option, 15 credits)
- Metabolism (option, 15 credits)
- Microbiology (option, 15 credits)
- Parasitology (option, 15 credits)
- Project (core, 30 credits)
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Advanced Physical Chemistry (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Advanced Bioanalytical Science (option, 15 credits)
- Bioinformatics & Molecular Modelling (option, 15 credits)
- Ethics for Science (option, 15 credits)
- Natural Products (option, 15 credits)
- Neuropharmacology (option, 15 credits)
- Systems Pharmacology (option, 15 credits)
- Toxicology (option, 15 credits)
- Work Placement (option, 15 credits)
You'll be assessed through mini-tests, practical reports, posters, presentations, essays, short-answer tests and examinations.
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Natural Sciences (Biology) - BSc (Hons)